Do you ever wish you could invite a little more magic into your life? As fall approaches and the spooky season of Halloween is upon us, many of us long to connect with something… mystical. But magic doesn’t have to be complicated or even supernatural, plant friends. The energy of nature that surrounds us every day provides plenty of opportunity for wonder, spiritual connection, and manifestation!To guide us, I’ve invited my dear friend Rachael Cohen, who is a wonderful example of a modern green witch. While terms like "witch" can carry a stigma, Rachael shows how nature offers a portal to our intuition, healing, and inner wisdom.In this episode, we learn:[07:25] Rachael’s journey to becoming the “Green Witch”[12:54] How did making art with succulents help Rachael find peace?[15:18] Get a free engraving with code 'growingjoy' at Wind River Chimes[19:29] Complex history behind the term “witch”[21:54] How does Rachael define a witch?[27:24] What is magic?[29:21] What does it look like to be a “Green Witch”?[30:30] Where can you find top-tier houseplants grown in the state-of-the-art European greenhouse?[33:09] Connection between seasons, menstrual cycles, elements, and spirituality[36:48] How do green witches use the cycles of the moon?[39:06] New moon vs full moon and the different energies they release[42:00] Try to read The Farmer’s Almanac to learn more about the moon[47:37] How does Rachael work with plants as a green witch? (active plant magic vs passive plant magic)[48:31] Different energies and creation of herbal teas[52:41] How to identify the uses of herbs[55:57] What makes people choose tinctures over teas?[57:41] Spells can include rhymes, but intention matters more than words[01:01:27] How do you create a spell bag for financial abundance?[01:04:18] Should planting intention spells align with the new or full moon?[01:05:50] Strategic plant placement impacts energy flow based on Feng Shui and yin/yang qualities (aka passive plant magic)[01:11:58] Working with seasons and elements[01:16:26] Where can you find Rachael on social media?Mentioned in our conversation:Growing Joy Episode 60: Live Taping! DIY Succulent Crowns With Infinite SucculentGrowing Joy Episode 165: Everyday Plant Magic With Rachael Of Infinite SucculentRachael’s book Everyday Plant Magic: Change Your Life Through the Magical Energy of NatureRachael’s book Infinite Succulent: Miniature Living Art to Keep or ShareJulia Cameron’s book The Artist’s WayArin Murphy-Hiscock’s book The Green WitchJuliet Diaz's booksThe Farmers’ AlmanacFor a deeper dive into plant magic and natural energies,check out the full show notes and blog here!Thank you to our episode sponsors:Wind River ChimesBring more peace, serenity, and magic into your home with chimes. Wind River is a Virginia-based company creating premium handcrafted and hand-tuned wind chimes for over 35 years. If you are looking for a new way to grow joy in your life and find a moment of peace, a Wind River chime is the perfect addition to your home or garden. 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With only the best plant genetics grown in a state-of-the-art, European greenhouse, you will not be disappointed in the variety and quality of your favorite plants from Proven Winner’s leafjoy™. This company has taken the guesswork out of plant shopping with plant tags that include scientific names and care guides, as well as color-coded collections for the different areas of your home that you want plants in!Find plant joy in leafjoy™. Head to provenwinners.com to find your local leafjoy™ dealer and let me know which plant you take home on socials!Follow Rachael:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookSessionsFollow Maria and Growing Joy:Order my book: Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants) by Maria Failla, Illustrated by Samantha LeungJoin the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Community Platform & App AKA the plantiest and kindest corner of the internet! 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